Cumbria Police Chief calls corruption claim 'absolutely inaccurate'
Cumbria's Acting Chief Constable Michelle Skeer has slammed reports another force is investigating an allegation of corruption and misconduct against her.
Cumbria Police chief 'facing misconduct and corruption probe'
Cumbria's Acting Chief Constable is reportedly facing an inquiry by another police force.
Michelle Skeer was asked in December to temporarily replace Chief Constable Jerry Graham who went on leave due to illness.
It was reported on BBC North West Tonight that an investigation into allegations of misconduct and corruption in office against Mrs Skeer was already under way when she was promoted into the role.
Mrs Skeer had recently been criticised for her handling of concerns raised over the death of Poppi Worthington in Barrow in December 2012.
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